Tripathi explores new depths through diving
Nora Ghobril | The Chronicle Weightless, surreal, and tranquil — words that may not describe everyday life for most people. For Mason High School (MHS) junior Anaya Tripathi, however, they are familiar feelings found far below the surface. Tripathi said her passion for scuba diving began in elementary school, when her mother took her to…
Wagner’s winning legacy reaches beyond the court
Caitlynn Begley | The Chronicle Immediately after winning a state tennis championship as a Mason High School (MHS) freshman, Emma Wagner stepped behind the court curtain with her partner, sophomore Pratyusha Chaudhuri, to collect her gear and catch her breath. Then the curtain burst open. Her teammates flooded in, cheering and celebrating. This was the…
Other schools want Mason’s athletes. What is Mason doing to keep them?
Eshal Firoze | The Chronicle From the rise of club and travel teams to early sports specialization, young athletes have an unprecedented range of choices in the athletic opportunities they pursue. With the increase in opportunities has come an increase in high school selection beyond an athlete’s home district. This shift is pushing the Mason…
Standing alone: Soccer goalies find their place
Evelyn Bahm | The Chronicle There is one player on a soccer field that stands out from the rest. They have a unique objective, unique privileges and a unique responsibility. The goalkeeper is an individual position that acts as the final layer of defense against an opponent. Being a soccer goalie means holding a unique…
MHS Marching Band to take part in prized tradition
Sahaj Datta | Editor-in-Chief | The ChronicleKatie Samol | Managing Editor | The Chronicle On October 16, 232 Mason High School (MHS) Marching Band members gathered for what they believed was a regular rehearsal announcement when they received a surprise invitation: the group had been selected to perform in the 101st Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade…
Japanese students juggle dual education
Kaho Asai | The Chronicle Mason High School (MHS) accumulates a number of new students every year. Many come from neighboring counties or states, but for some, they are new to the country entirely, and have left their homes for an unfamiliar place 6,000 miles away. Some manufacturing companies in Japan frequently send their employees…
Students get head start in healthcare
Alessia Korvessis | The Chronicle At only 16 years old, Mason High School (MHS) students are stepping beyond the traditional school classroom into the world of healthcare through Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. These students are able to gain hands-on experience in the medical field and explore their futures all in one. The CNA program…
MHS choir students hit high note with CCM
Evelyn Feldmann | The Chronicle On October 2, eight select students from the Mason High School (MHS) Honors Concert Choir performed with the University of Cincinnati’s Cincinnati Conservatory of Music (CCM) Chamber Choir at Christ Church Cathedral in downtown Cincinnati. The MHS students joined a small group of students from the Walnut Hills High School…
Students showcase individuality through cosplay
Michelle Zuo | The Chronicle With pop-culture-inspired costumes, character-accurate makeup and detailed props, Halloween serves as the finale to October’s festivities. The holiday has long been an opportunity to dress up and showcase personal interests. But the tradition has evolved into a hobby: cosplay. As media such as anime, manga and cartoons become increasingly popular,…